Overview

Students in the Biology program at the College of William & Mary with advanced training, one or two publications, and a strong laboratory or field research experience are in demand in biotech, pharmaceuticals, resource management, and environmental consulting.

The research thesis must be presented in a seminar open to all members of the department; the seminar is followed by an oral examination administered by the committee. Students who wish to work with a specific faculty member are encouraged to contact him or her prior to entering the program.

Learning Outcomes

The goals of the Biology graduate program are to:

Generate a productive academic community of students dedicated to performing high quality, publishable research within a two-year program.

Produce graduates with both specialized training in their chosen subdisciplines as well as communication skills to effectively function within a broad-based scientific community.

Equip students with a range of research and teaching proficiencies that will significantly enhance their scientific or professional career opportunities.

Foster close academic interactions between faculty and graduate students.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evolutionary Genetics

Topics in Biology

Virology

Animal Behavior

Vascular Plant Systematics

Ornithology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Williamsburg, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 858 other Masters in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A non-refundable processing fee of $50 is required for application for admission to a graduate program in Arts & Sciences.

Letters of Recommendation

You are required to provide official transcripts or marks statements and degree certificates from all institutions of higher education that you have attended.

Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Scores

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Tuition Fee

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International

29352 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 29352 USD per year during 24 months.
National

29352 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 29352 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

10905 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10905 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Williamsburg

1306 - 2134 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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